File photo of Australian Ambassador for Counter-Terrorism Paul Foley CourtesyThe Australian ambassador for Counter-Terrorism emphasised that terrorism and violent extremism are challenges shared by all countriesVisiting Australian Ambassador for Counter-Terrorism Paul Foley has said his country will continue to support Bangladesh and its people to address the threats of terrorism and violent extremism. He emphasised that terrorism and violent extremism are challenges shared by all countries and Australia will continue to support Bangladesh and its people to address these threats as a longstanding development and security partner. As an ambassador for Counter-Terrorism, Foley leads Australia's international engagement on counter-terrorism and counter-violent extremism, according to a press release issued by Australian High Commission in Dhaka on Wednesday. Australian High Commissioner to Bangladesh Julia Niblett welcomed the visit by Paul Foley that began on Tuesday. The visit underlines the importance Australia places on its security engagement with Bangladesh, including tackling together the global scourge of terrorism and violent extremism, reads the press release.

Source: Dhaka Tribune March 20, 2019 11:59 UTC